David Johns

"An auteur of gritty realism and stunning visual narratives, David Johns". Born in 1960 in Birmingham, England, David Johns has been an active force in the film industry since the mid-1980s, predominantly in the genres of drama and thriller. He is most renowned for his critically acclaimed films such as "Cold Morning" and "Beneath the Silence", the latter of which garnered him a BAFTA award for Best Director. Johns' distinctive style is characterized by its raw, unfiltered portrayal of life's complexities, often set against the backdrop of his working-class roots in England. Despite his reputation for creating hard-hitting films, off-camera, Johns is known for his warm personality and deep respect for the art of storytelling.